Raleigh-Durham · Downtown Raleigh

Sam Jones BBQ

Name: Sam Jones BBQ
Address: Raleigh-Durham, NC, US
Price range: $$

#24 in Raleigh-DurhamBBQ$$

Awards

4.4

James Beard Regional

What People Are Saying

“Chicken is juicy with a tiny spicy and sweet mixed flavor on skin, brisket is tender and perfect to pair with BBQ sauce which is a bit sweeter. Rib is great as well, on a sweet side of flavor, tender as well, unfortunately it’s served not as hot as e...”

New Buzz

I went to NC’s newest Michelin-rated whole hog joint. But I didn’t get BBQ - Raleigh News & Observer

Raleigh News & Observer · 4 months ago

Searching for the Real Thing on the North Carolina Barbecue Trail

The New York Times · 9 months ago

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What to Order

Whole Hog Pulled Pork

The chopped pork is the move here. Get it with the vinegar sauce, add mac and cheese on the side, and skip the cornbread.

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